Quick Info
| Profession | American football wide receiver |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 04/04/1996 |
| Age | 30 years |
| Birthplace | Bridgeville, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
Latest News about Justin Watson
12/10/2026
The Kansas City Chiefs signed Justin Watson to their practice squad, with head coach Andy Reid confirming the move. Watson, a free agent since his August release, returns to the team he played for from 2022 to 2024. He helped the Chiefs win two Super Bowls during his earlier tenure with them.
30/08/2026
The Houston Texans released veteran wide receiver Justin Watson, a move reported by league sources. Watson had been competing for a spot in a deep receiver group but fell short of making the 53-man roster for Week 1. He had signed a two-year, $5 million deal with Houston in 2025 but was sidelined for much of that season with an Achilles-calf injury.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Justin Howard Watson is an American professional football wide receiver who played college football for the Penn Quakers and was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the fifth round of the 2018 NFL Draft. |
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| Current Status | Released by the Houston Texans on 30/08/2026 after failing to make the 53-man roster; signed to the Kansas City Chiefs practice squad in October 2026 |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
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| Weight | 215 lb (98 kg) |
| Position | Wide receiver |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | South Fayette High School, Pennsylvania |
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| College | University of Pennsylvania (Penn Quakers), 2014–2017 |
Career
| NFL Draft | 2018, 5th round, 144th overall pick, Tampa Bay Buccaneers | ||||||
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was the first Penn player drafted since 2002 and the fifth Quaker selected since 1953. | |
| 2. He is the career leader in catches, receiving yards, touchdown receptions and all-purpose yards at Penn. | |
| 3. He led South Fayette High School to a 16-0 record and the 2013 Pennsylvania state championship. |
